Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh WG-6

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh WG-6, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and WG-6 (20MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and WG-6 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 II was launched 2 years later than the WG-6 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Z7 II matches up vs the WG-6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Ricoh WG-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II comes with external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II versus the WG-6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and WG-6 is 61 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and WG-6.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will render greater detail utilizing its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II provides a benefit in sensor tech.